Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figure - 19thC Coasters illuminating entrances and sacred spaces

illuminating entrances and sacred spaces at dusk

Brand: Himalayan Maya

They are the embodiment of supernatural powers and knowledge of magical formulae

The colour is achieved by adding a coloured lacquer onto the tanned leather

it's brass bound and dates from the mid 19thC

Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figure - 19thC Coasters illuminating entrances and sacred spacesAncestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. It played an important part in each family's clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honoured daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. Chinese "kin", lineage, is also known as a "clan". These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname. Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern